1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Monteverdi 375
To start off, 1973 Monteverdi 375 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Monteverdi 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Monteverdi 375 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Monteverdi 375 (584 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Monteverdi 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1973 Monteverdi 375 | |
| Make | Austin | Monteverdi |
| Model | A 40 | 375 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 584 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2510 mm |
